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Sam Mbatha’s Killers Receive Life Sentences But 2 Appeal:
The family of Sam Mbatha have welcomed the sentencing of the three murderers convicted of brutally killing and burning the young LGBTQI+ man.

Paris Olympics: Three South Africans Among 175 Out LGBTQ+ Athletes:
At least 175 openly LGBTQ+ athletes are competing for medals at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, including three from South Africa.

Paris Olympics: History Made as Drag Queens Carry Olympic Torch:
For the first time ever, three drag queens have carried the Olympic torch ahead of the opening of the 2024 Games in France.

Namibia: Government Appeals Historic Same-Sex Ruling:
The Government of Namibia chooses the wrong side of history - will challenge the landmark ruling reversing the apartheid-era same-sex ban.

Elon Musk Shamefully Claims His Estranged Trans Child is “Dead”:
South Africa-born billionaire Elon Musk has publicly rejected his estranged daughter's trans identity, claiming that he has "lost his son."

South Africa LGBTIQ+ Rights Watch: June 2024:
An overview of LGBTIQ+ rights violations, hate speech incidents and case updates in South Africa in June 2024, collated by OUT and MambaOnline.

Charges Mount Against Cape Town Grindr Gang Suspects:
More victims come forward with accusations against three Gauteng men arrested in Cape Town in connection with a Grindr gang syndicate attack.

Ghana: Supreme Court Delays Decision on Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill:
The Supreme Court of Ghana has postponed its ruling on two applications challenging the country's oppressive Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill.

Uganda: New Court Bid to Overturn Draconian Anti-Homosexuality Act:
Activists in Uganda have filed an appeal against the Constitutional Court's April ruling that upheld the country's Anti-Homosexuality Act.

Prosecution of Joburg Grindr Gang Seven to Continue:
Despite fears of their release, the case against the Grindr Gang men accused of kidnapping and beating a Joburg student remains on track.